Royal Agricultural University
URN: 133819 • Cirencester GL7 6JS
Overview
- Name
- Royal Agricultural University
- URN
- 133819
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna Price (since 2025) , Vice Chancellor
- Telephone
- 01285652531
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- , Cirencester GL7 6JS
Summary
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU), located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, has been a leader in agricultural education since its establishment in 1845. As a higher education institution, RAU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, focusing on land-based subjects and applied research. The university is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to address contemporary challenges in agriculture and land management.
RAU prides itself on fostering a supportive and close-knit community, which is enhanced by its smaller campus size. Students benefit from a dynamic learning environment, with access to inspiring faculty and industry connections. The university also welcomes international students, contributing to a rich, global perspective within the academic community.
In addition to academic offerings, RAU provides various support services for students, including guidance during the admissions process and preparation for university life. The institution's commitment to innovation and collaboration ensures that students are well-prepared for their future careers in agriculture and related fields.
RAU prides itself on fostering a supportive and close-knit community, which is enhanced by its smaller campus size. Students benefit from a dynamic learning environment, with access to inspiring faculty and industry connections. The university also welcomes international students, contributing to a rich, global perspective within the academic community.
In addition to academic offerings, RAU provides various support services for students, including guidance during the admissions process and preparation for university life. The institution's commitment to innovation and collaboration ensures that students are well-prepared for their future careers in agriculture and related fields.
Useful links
- News and events (calendar)
- All News (calendar)
- New “Farmer-friendly Finance” course among raft of new CPD courses offered at RAU (calendar)
- Royal Agricultural University celebrates 180th anniversary with its global partners – and a giant birthday cake! (calendar)
- University’s innovative land use competition opens to applications for its second year (calendar)
- Urgent need to restore biodiversity in UK agriculture will be discussed at free public lecture (calendar)
- Book an open day (calendar)
- Rural collaborative policy (other)
- Student handbook, policies and procedures (other)
- See our latest prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Paternoster School (51.2)
- Ingleside PNEU School (45.2)
- The Querns School (45.2)
- Rendcomb College (40.5)
- Oakley Hall School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Gloucestershire
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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